A weakened Slazenger fourths string travelled to York in fine spirits and was rewarded with a 2-2 draw. Mark Swinden scored twice before half-time to put Slazenger in a surprise, but commanding lead. york hit back in the second half and despite excellent work by man of the match James Walker in goal, Slazenger conceded two match levelling goals. Slazenger fourths entertain Sheffield Bankers at home or Saturday, puch back 3pm. … [Read more...] about Report: 11-11-2000 – Mens 4th’s (2) vs. (2) York
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Report: 11-11-2000 – Mens 3rd’s (5) vs. (1) York
An outstanding performance from Slazenger thirds' front line gained them a convincing 5-1 win over York. Man of the match Richard Whawell led the way with two superb scoring strikes. Whawell struck in the opening minutes, finishing a slinking run from inside his own half with a shot that left the goal-keeper no chance. Gavin Kaye and John Sykes, the other front men, then combined for the second, scored by the latter. York hit back with a goal before half-time, but Slazenger … [Read more...] about Report: 11-11-2000 – Mens 3rd’s (5) vs. (1) York
Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 5th’s (3) vs (5) Acomb 3rd’s
Slazenger fifths made a bright start at Acomb thirds but eventually succumbed 5-3. Simon Randall put Slazenger in front, but the visitors conceded a soft goal and Acomb scored twice more before 'half-time to seemingly take control. Slazenger conceded a fourth just after the break when a tactical switch changed the complexion of the game. Haydyn Foster found Graham Parker in the D for goal number 2, and Parker found the net again to set up a thrilling climax. But Acomb made the game safe … [Read more...] about Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 5th’s (3) vs (5) Acomb 3rd’s
Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 4th’s (3) vs (1) Boston Spa 4th’s
Slazenger fourths secured another victory at the weekend, this time a 3-1 success over Boston Spa fourths. Slazenger were 2-0 up by half-tim with goals from Ian Gordon. Boston pegged one back early in the second half, but Slazenger picked up the pace and made the game safe with a third goal scored by James Walker. … [Read more...] about Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 4th’s (3) vs (1) Boston Spa 4th’s
Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs (6) Leeds University 3rd’s
Slazenger thirds had a great first half against quality opposition in Leeds University thirds. But the Student's superior fitness paid off in the end as Leeds ran out 6-2 victors. Martin Lofthouse fired home the opening goal, but Leeds scored a dubious equaliser before half-time. Slazenger never really got going in the second half, but scored a consolation second through Lofthouse. Andy Christie impressed for Slazenger. … [Read more...] about Report: 04-11-2000 – Mens 3rd’s (2) vs (6) Leeds University 3rd’s
